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Hiram vs Peter

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Hiram

Boy #1,768 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"exalted brother"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew American Freemasonry tradition

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,768
Total SSA Count
93
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Peter

Boy #192 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rock, stone"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Greek Dutch Scandinavian German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#192
Total SSA Count
1,889
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Hiram Rank #1,768
Peter Rank #192

Peter is more popular, ranked #192 vs #1768 for Hiram.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hiram or Peter more popular?

Peter is more popular, ranked #192 compared to Hiram at #1768 in the United States.

What do Hiram and Peter mean?

Hiram means "exalted brother" (Hebrew origin). Peter means "rock, stone" (Greek origin).

Are Hiram and Peter boy or girl names?

Hiram is primarily a boy name. Peter is primarily a boy name.

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